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What Does A Mole On The Calf Indicate?

Hi, I have a mole on the back of my calf. It started out as small, black, and round. I had it checked by a dermatologist 2 years ago and it was deemed ok. Now, it s gotten very large and more brown. It s definatley spreading out sideways and is flat. It does have irregular edges but does not look flaky. It does not itch or bleed. I ve had a nurse and a doctor confront me in public places urging me to get it checked again. In fact the doctor was very insistant. Now I m nervous. Can moles just be flat and large with no problems?
Fri, 22 Sep 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Moles on sun exposed parts (legs and face) should always be evaluated for basal cell carcinoma (BCC).
Your mole is increased in size over last 2 years. So it is advisable to undergo excision biopsy of mole.
So consult dermatologist and get done excision of this mole.
No point in keeping precancerous lesion.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Does A Mole On The Calf Indicate?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Moles on sun exposed parts (legs and face) should always be evaluated for basal cell carcinoma (BCC). Your mole is increased in size over last 2 years. So it is advisable to undergo excision biopsy of mole. So consult dermatologist and get done excision of this mole. No point in keeping precancerous lesion. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.